Thank you for a great evening!

 

Thank you all for a terrific Jefferson silent auction 2016! We raised over $27,000! Thank you for coming, bidding, donating, volunteering and supporting this event. More photos to come! You will be receiving an email regarding your auction winnings. We accept cash, check, credit card or expedite your check out and pay now with the paypal button on the sidebar! 

 

Thank you most especially to Emmet Eiland's Oriental Rug Company for hosting our party this past 8 years! We can not express how special it has been for our community celebrate in that beautiful space for so long. Thank you also to Valerie Kratzer for organizing and bringing the Jefferson auction to life and making it legendary.

 

View more event photos here!

Concreteworks Tinder Hemisphere Fire Table

The clean flame of the Tinder Fire Table makes an inviting focal point for any landscape. The simple, elemental form is precast concrete, made locally in Oakland, California. Download the spec sheet here.

Value: $2,750

Starting bid: $700

Private after hours tasting at Vintage Berkeley Elmwood

 

 

A private, in store, after hours tasting at Vintage Berkeley Elmwood for 6-12 people. Vintage Berkeley's wine director will consult privately with the auction winner to either: construct an evening tailored to their vinous preferences OR assemble a fun evening around a theme of his/her own choosing!

 

Vintage Berkeley is a fun, boutique, neighborhood wine shop focused on micro-production wines from around the world, at prices ranging from your usual Monday night value wine to your once-a-year celebration bottle.

 

Value: $500

Naturally dyed, handwoven scarf

Wool scarf, hand woven by 4 year PTA board member Melissa Bottrell. Woven with commercial wool warp and naturally indigo dyed wool yarn.

Value: Priceless

Starting bid: $30

A trip to the Zoo with Rick Kleine and Arun Khana

5th grade teachers Rick and Mr. Khana will take up to ten children to the place where we know our children all belong: the zoo! Win this item and your child will enjoy a trip to the beautiful and sprawling, Oakland Zoo. (Kids pay for their own zoo admission.)

Value: Priceless

Bid per slot: $50  (come early to bid-space is limited)

Four Swing Dance Classes at the Albany YMCA

Now is the time to learn to Swing Dance at the Albany YMCA with Cynthia Barlow (Jefferson Parent) and Dave. These classes are for beginners and those who want to brush up on their steps.  No experience or partners needed.  Instruction followed by time to practice and dance.  This is a fun, social dance evening with great music and professional instruction.

Value: $50

Starting bid: $25

Dads, Bikes and BBQ Party

Bring your bike to get fixed and hang out with other dads to talk (or not talk!) all things bike, while eating BBQ and drinking great stuff that goes with BBQ.

Value: Priceless

$50 per Dad on a Bike

Family portrait session with Shoey Sindel Photography

Photographer, Shoey Sindel, helps clients feel vibrant, beautiful and seen for who they are. She brings a relaxed, confident attitude to her photography and, in turn, her clients show their relaxed and confident selves. Up for auction is a family portrait session with photographer, Shoey Sindel.

Value: $350

Starting bid: $150

Ramen shop gift certificate

 

 

 



The Ramen Shop is a purveyor of artistic, organic, and sustainable ramen. Up for auction is a $100 gift certificate to the shop on College Ave in Oakland.

Value: $100

Starting bid: $50

Granola of the Month Delivered to your Door

 

 

Receive homemade granola delivered to your door for six months! You will receive a 2lb bag of (mostly) organic granola delivered to you every month, from April until September! Don't miss this unique and sweet donation from Jefferson parent, Julian Foley. Try a taste at the auction!

 

 

Mah-Jongg 麻将 Night Party

Join us for Mah-Jongg 麻将 Night! This four player game originated in China, and is played all over Asia and in the U.S.  Similar to Gin Rummy and played with tiles that sound like "chattering sparrows", Mah Jongg  is a fast-paced game of skill, strategy and calculation - with fun and chance thrown into the mix!  We'll teach you how to play, so novices and Mah Jongg lovers alike are welcome.

And when your brain and fingers are taking a break from shuffling the tiles, enjoy cocktails, savory nibbles and decadent desserts.

Your Mah Jongg Night hosts are: Anna Wong, Siobhan Langlois, Monica Lam, and Patricia Mok

Value: Priceless

Starting bid: 12 slots at $75 each (get there and sign up early to reserve yours!)

$75 Gift certificate to Urban Sitter

A $75 gift certificate to Urban Sitter.com 

Need a sitter to attend the auction? Check out UrbanSitter's Jefferson Elementary page for a list of sitters and nannies recommended by fellow Jefferson parents. Its free to browse and easy to book. New customers receive a $50 credit with promo code FREESCHOOL50

Value: $75

Starting bid: $35

$100 gift certificate to Yaza boutique on Solano

Yaza redefines contemporary fashion by gently and subtly incorporating into its garments the inspirations that are acquired from the ancient aesthetics of the nomadic cultures of the Himalayas and beyond. YAZA garments are made of handcrafted textiles featuring intricate details that give you a unique wearable art. When wearing YAZA clothing you will notice the hand-craftsmanship of a small circle of tailors and feel the pride that went into every piece. Up for auction is a $100 gift certificate to the newly opened Yaza boutique on Solano.

Value: $100

Starting bid: $50

Dad's Night 2016

Sarah's Science summer camps gift certificate

 

 

 

Sarah's Science is the Bay Area's premier summer day camp for curious and creative children, ages 5-15, with beautiful locations in Berkeley and Oakland. At Sarah's Science, children enjoy exciting science and nature curriculum with fun, hands-on projects every day.

 

Value: $340

 

Starting bid: $170

 

 

 

Golden Bears summer camp gift certificate



Whether you are have an experienced gymnast or a beginner, Golden Bears gymnastics has the perfect camp for boys, girls, beginners or advanced gymnasts looking for a team camp. Gift certificate for one week of Golden Bears gymnastics summer camp!

Value: $315

Starting bid: $160

Karaoke for the win with Beth, Jackie and Susanne!

 

Do you sing in the shower and car? Are you a karaoke newbie or already a pro? Get the song book out because your time to shine is now, when you win a karaoke party for ten adults! Your hosts will be teacher/sirens Jackie Murillo, Beth Trevor and Susanne Reed. Take their hands and hold on tight as they guide you through the flocked wallpapered walls of the famed Mel-O-Dee Lounge for an unforgettable night of song.  

 

Value: Priceless

 

Starting bid: $300 

 

Mystery adventure with Barb Wenger

Win this, the grab bag of all auction items: an afterschool mystery adventure with first grade teacher, Barb Wenger! The winner and two friends will experience....who knows what?! And who knows where.  Its all a mystery! Unnamed treats will be included. Bid at your own risk.

Value: Priceless

Starting bid: $50

Evening at Kiehl's party for 10

 

 

Kiehl’s, in Berkeley, cordially invites you to an exclusive “Evening at Kiehl’s” for you and up to 10 guests. We will provide sips and sweets as well as our professional expertise and a personalized consultation. You only need to decide whom to bring and when you would like to come! We will happily take care of the rest.

 

Donation Value: $500

 

Starting Bid: $100

Beauty bash at Benefit Cosemetics

 

You will be the talk of the town when you host your very own private party "Beauty Bash". You and your ten guests will be treated to an after hours private party at Benefit Cosmetics Boutique on fourth street in Berkeley. Wine and light appetizers will be served while our beauty artists doll you up after you and your guests are treated to a complimentary brow shape or lash tint.     

value: $600

starting bid: $120